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Welcome to Berkeley City Ballet

Founded in 1974, Berkeley City Ballet is the East Bay’s premiere training school for classical ballet, offering classes for dancers ages 2.5 and up.

We offer classical ballet training in a nurturing and supportive environment, where dancers not only receive top-tier ballet training, but also learn discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.

Enrollment is open now! Register for all classes or a FREE trial class today!

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Welcome to Berkeley City Ballet

Founded in 1974 as a not-for-profit organization, Berkeley City Ballet is the East Bay’s premiere training school for classical ballet, offering classes for dancers ages 2.5 and up.

We offer classical ballet training in a nurturing and supportive environment, where dancers not only receive top-tier ballet training, but also learn discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.

Enrollment is open now! Register for all classes or a FREE trial class today!

Register Now

Our Programs

Pre-Professional Program

BCB’s Pre-Professional Program is a classical ballet training program for students who wish to pursue serious ballet training with annual performance opportunities.

Pre-Ballet

Starting at age 2.5, our youngest dancers explore movement, develop gross motor skills, coordination, and learn preliminary ballet technique.

Adult Ballet Classes

Youth and Adult Ballet classes offer ballet classes for everyone in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Berkeley City Ballet offers ballet classes for dancers of all levels, starting from age 2.5 to adults. We aim to spread the joy of ballet in a supportive and inviting environment, welcoming dancers in all stages of life into our studios.

Register for a free trial class with BCB to begin your dancing journey!

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Nutcracker 2026

Berkeley City Ballet proudly presents our 52nd annual Nutcracker!

December 12 & 13, 2026 at 1pm & 5pm
John and Jean Knox Performing Arts Center

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Events and Performances

Berkeley City Ballet proudly presents annual Nutcracker and Spring Concert performances to our East Bay community.

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